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The City of Niagara Falls, Ontario
Resolution
February 10, 2015
No. 5
Moved by Councillor Pietrangelo
Seconded by Councillor Strange
WHEREAS the Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) program, through FedDev Ontario
is a program that supports the long-term development of stronger, more diverse economies
in southern Ontario communities; and
WHEREAS IRD leverages unique regional assets and local expertise to attract new
investment and opportunities for economic growth and development; and
WHEREAS the upcoming intake of the IRD is expected to target investment in more
economic-development related projects; and
WHEREAS Niagara Falls City Council's Strategic Priorities include economic vitality. growth
and prosperity.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Niagara Falls City Council authorize staff to submit an
application to the Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) program, through FedDev
Ontario, related to economic development initiatives in the municipality; and
FURTHER BE IT RESOLVED that Niagara Falls City Council authorize staff to investigate
possible partnerships related to the Investing in Regional Diversification (IRD) program.
Carried Unanimously
AND The Seal of the Corporation be hereto affixed.
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D A IORFIDA JAMES M. DIODATI
CITY CLERK MAYOR